What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Looe?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Looe is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 12h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Looe?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Fire Station via London Victoria and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Looe. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Liskeard via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Looe?

The distance between Folkestone and Looe is 324 miles. The road distance is 297.2 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Looe without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Looe without a car is to train via London which takes 9h 29m and costs £140 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Looe?

It takes approximately 9h 29m to get from Folkestone to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Looe bus from?

Folkestone to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Looe train from?

Folkestone to Looe train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Looe?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Looe is to train via London which takes 9h 29m and costs £140 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 12h 44m.

Where does the Folkestone to Looe bus arrive?

Folkestone to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Folkestone to Looe train arrive?

Folkestone to Looe train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Looe is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Folkestone to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2279+ hotels available in Looe.

Folkestone to Looe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone to Looe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 29m
£141–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
12h 44m
£41–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
12h 27m
£66–108
Drive 295.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Looecar 295.5 mi
5h 6m
£74–106
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
9h 16m
£170–354
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 31m
£141–258

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Distance: 321.9 mi
Duration: 9h 29m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Looe, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bridge via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 9h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Fire Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 12h 44m.

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